1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 330GT | XF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
