1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
