2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |