1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |