1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK VIII | CLK GTR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 770 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |