1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 11 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |