2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 869 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
