1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X 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 56 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 390 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GTS | MK X |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
