1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 166 | XK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
