1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 46 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
