2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2006 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |