1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR-15 | 300S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |