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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 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 25 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 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 | 2482 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
