1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 18 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
