1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-Type | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
