1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | CLK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |