2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
