2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |