1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 130 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GT | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
