1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. 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, both vehicles can yield 195 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK II | 250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
