2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 96 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |