1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 387 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
