1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 17 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 (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | Bionic Car Concept |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |