1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |