1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | MK II | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
