1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ6 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 88 L |