1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |