1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
