1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
