1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. Both 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 2013 Jaguar XJ are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XJ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3032 mm |