2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 17 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. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
