2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJ8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2810 mm |