2009 Ford GT vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |