1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
