1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 403 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | 280 | XF |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
