1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GTO | XF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2909 mm |
