1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 358 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1798 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
