1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1052 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Jaguar 420G | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420G | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |