1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ220. (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ220. (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ220. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XJ220 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1575 mm |
