1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | CLS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |