2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 42 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | Roadster | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |