1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 Superamerica | XK8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |