1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK IX | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
