1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 500 Testarossa | XJ |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |