1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.

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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model MK 10 CL
Year Released 1964 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4235 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 191 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1883 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 88 L


 

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