1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Dino | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
