1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | C-Type | 228 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
