1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 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 90 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 230 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GTC | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 104 L |
