1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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.
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1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 410 Superamerica | MK V |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |