2006 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 675 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 54 L |
