1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 65 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | SL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
