2009 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2483 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
