1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
