1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 96 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |