1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (201 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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 275 (294 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 275 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 69 L |
