1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
