1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | 190 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |