1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XJS | 450 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |