1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
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 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XJ |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |