1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 319 kg more than 1963 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar Type S | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type S | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
