1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 231 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | S-Type | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
