1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GTC | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 77 L |
