1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XK | 420 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |