2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ8 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
