1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GT4 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
