1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
