1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 64 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Jaguar XK | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | Viano |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
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 | 160 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 |