1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
Model | MK VIII | 599 GTB Fiorano |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 105 L |