1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XJ6 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3830 mm |
