1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 45 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 GT | S-Type |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |