1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK IX | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
