1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500. 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. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
Model | 3500 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |