1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 57 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 518 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
