2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 65 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 116 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |
