1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 507 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3.8 | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
