1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | S-Type | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
