1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ6 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
