1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark IV | C |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
