2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJR | Indy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
