1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XK | 57 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
