1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | MK X | 599 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
