1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 LM | Type S |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 63 L |