1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK VIII | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |