1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJS | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
