1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 508 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
