1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 450 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1796 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |
