2009 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | RS4 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
