1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark IV | CLS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2780 mm |
