1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 249 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Jaguar XJR-15 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XJR-15 S
Year Released 1990 1984
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5993 cc 3837 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2860 mm


 

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