1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK II | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3165 mm |
