2009 BMW M6 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |