1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 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 (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | 300B |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |