1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 7 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420G | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |