1949 Jaguar MK V 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 MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 27 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
