2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
