1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |
