1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 262 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
