1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 829 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 LM | XF |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |