1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 164 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2006 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. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| 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 | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
