2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 750 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 111 L |