2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XK | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |