2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 22 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 450 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |