1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GT | XF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
