1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
