1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 187 kg more than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar MK VII has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar MK VII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | MK VII | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
