1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
