1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ6 | S |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |