1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 262 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 470 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR-15 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2940 mm |
