1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 53 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 408 kg more than 1959 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Jaguar XK | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XK | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2941 mm |