1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 4 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GT | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
