1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 376 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |