1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJR | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 87 L |
