1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type S | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
