1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Indy.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ220 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1230 mm |
