1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 43 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
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 (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | Viano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
