2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XKA | Indy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
