2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 735 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XF | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XF | 350S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |