2008 BMW 335 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |