1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 46 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
