1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Because 1958 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1958 Jaguar XK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | Viano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |