1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 200 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | E-Type | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |