2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 9 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
