1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 365 GT | S-Type |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 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 | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |