1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 65 L |
