2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | 560 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |