1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | 320 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
