1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1952 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
