1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
