1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | E |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |