2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1971 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ220 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
