1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 793 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | GL |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |