1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |