1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | 280 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 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 | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |