1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
