1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SL | XF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |