1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 365 GTS | MK II |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |