1963 Jaguar MK X 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 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 71 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
