2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bizzarrini GTS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XK. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
