1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | 600 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3910 mm |