1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1960 Maserati 3500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. Both 1946 Jaguar Mark IV and 1960 Maserati 3500 are equipped with a 3,485 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | Mark IV | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
