1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 142 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK 10 | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
