2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1984 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1984 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | 228 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
