2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XJR | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
