1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 31 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 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 650 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
