1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3910 mm |
