2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 115 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
