2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ8 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
