1950 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 959 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy 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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 375 Indy | XF |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2920 mm |