1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 341 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 325 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR-15 | 230 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |