1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK II | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | 300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |