1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-Type | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
