2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
