1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 295 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 (451 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sovereign | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
