1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vanden Plas | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 463 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 94.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |