1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 20 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Bora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
