1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark IV | E |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2940 mm |
