1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 245 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 500 Superfast | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |