1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type 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 74 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 176 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-Type | S |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |