2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
