2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
