1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 535 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | SL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
