1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
