1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 327 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
