1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 242 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | SL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2066 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |