2008 BMW 630 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 630 | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |