2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jazz | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |