1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 27 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 (377 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
