2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XKA | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 470 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 | 1425 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
