1966 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 385 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar E-Type | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-Type | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
