1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 354 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJS | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2942 mm |
