1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 239 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XK8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4194 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |