2003 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420. 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 1986 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1986 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | R Coupe | 420 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
