2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 285 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mexico. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jaguar XJ | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ | Mexico |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |