2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | 320 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |