2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3160 mm |
