1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 678 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR-11 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
