2006 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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, 2006 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 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, 2006 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
