1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 884 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 LM | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 411 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 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
