1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | 380 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
