1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 367 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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 MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | SE |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
