1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR-15 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |