1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar XK | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 600 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3910 mm |