1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 61 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | Viano |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
