1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 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 18 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | SLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |