1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XK | 599 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
