1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 24 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | 400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |