1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GT | XF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
