1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (570 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR-15 | SL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
