2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240.
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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnum | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6058 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
