1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-Type | 280 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
