1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | Ponton |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |