1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Jaguar Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type S | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
