1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 58 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. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 60 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | Mark IV | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
