1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 851 kg more than 1953 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | C-Type | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
