1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 935 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 GTO | XK |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2752 mm |