1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
