2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. Both 2007 Jaguar XK and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
