1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 212 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 335 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR-15 | 300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |