1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 Superamerica | MK X |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 63 L |