1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | 450 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
