1953 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 490 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar XK. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | E |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |