1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
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 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | MK VIII | GranSport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |