1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | 220 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
