2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 300S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
