1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 65 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
