1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1949 Maserati 4
To start off, 1958 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Maserati 4 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 846 kg more than 1949 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1949 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XK | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
