1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK 10 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
