1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
