1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 83 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |
