1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark IV | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
