1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 58 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 202 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar MK V | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK V | CLK |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |