1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GT | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1000 mm |
