1962 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 5000 GT | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2752 mm |
