1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |