2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 249 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
