1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 48 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK X | SLS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
