1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
