1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 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 145 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 364 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-Type | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
