1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 48 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 18 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | SL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
