1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 208 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 705 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR-15 | SL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
