2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 100 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
