1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6

To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.

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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1975 Ferrari 512 BB 2005 Jaguar XJ6
Make Ferrari Jaguar
Model 512 BB XJ6
Year Released 1975 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2965 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 235 HP
Torque 452 Nm 279 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1514 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3040 mm