1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK II | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
