2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | X-Type | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
