1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 48 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK IX | CLS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
