1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
