1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | XJ |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3157 mm |