1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK VII | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
