1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (523 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 325 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2585 mm |
