1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 LM | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |