1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK VIII | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
