1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 32 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 50 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
