1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sovereign | S |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2970 mm |