1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 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), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 290 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | SL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
