1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 58 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XK SL
Year Released 1952 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 6208 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 102.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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