1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
