1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 108 kg more than 1976 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 308 | XK |
Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |