1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 59 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | CL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
