1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
