1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 BB | MK X |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4235 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
