1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 60 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK VIII | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
