1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 218 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2874 mm |
