1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 157 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 308 | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |