1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1998 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 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 |