1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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 (600 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | XF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
