1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 67 kg more than 1960 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar XK | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XK | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 187 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |