2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 865 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 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GT | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
