2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |
