1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 13 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
