1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
