1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 83 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GTE | XJR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
