1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
