2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 229 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XF | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
