1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1951 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar MK V | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK V | 300 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |