1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XK8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
