2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1951 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1951 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1951 Mercury Roadster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1951 Mercury Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJ6 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
