1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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, both vehicles can yield 334 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | MK II | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
