1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
