2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3910 mm |
