2009 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
