1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 27 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar MK II | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | MK II | Bora |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |