2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ6 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |