1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 24 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1120 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK V | 600 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3910 mm |
