1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 72 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | MK X |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |