1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1392 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
