1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GTO | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 85 L |
