1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | 280 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
