1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
