1987 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 420 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 420 | XF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2909 mm |
