1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 57 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | SLK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
