1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |