1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | MK VIII | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |