2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | 230 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |
