1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 24 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type S | 380 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
