1950 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 661 kg more than 1950 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jaguar XK | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XK | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |