1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |