1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
