1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 315 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. 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.
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1949 Jaguar MK V | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | MK V | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |