1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK 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 66 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 47 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GTS | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
