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Jaguar 240

General information

ModelJaguar 240
Year1968
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2483 ccm (151.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.50 miles per gallon)
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2483 ccm (151.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power133.00 PS (98 kW or 131 HP) at 5550 Rev. per min.
Max torque204 Nm (20.8 kgf-m or 150.5 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 76.5 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0924 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4580 litres (1,210 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1440 kg (3,174.7 pounds)
Overall length4600 mm (181.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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