2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 3200 GT | XF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2908 mm |
