2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
