1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ220 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3050 mm |
