1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 53 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Jaguar MK II | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | ML |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2916 mm |