1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | 230 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3060 mm |