1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 97 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | S-Type | Indy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
