1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 231 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3157 mm |
