1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1005 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | SL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
