1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 237 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Bora. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Maserati Bora | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
Model | Bora | XJ |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |