2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 225 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
