1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ220 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1440 mm |
