1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XK | 62 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
