2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fusion | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
