1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 108 kg more than 1992 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
