1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK II | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
