1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK IX | SE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
