1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | SL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
