1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 616 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | 200 | XJ |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |