2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 210 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
