1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (380 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | 450 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |
