1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
