1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 251 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1986 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1986 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJS | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2941 mm |
