1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mark IV | R |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1958 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3216 mm |