1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 247 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
