1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
