1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XK |
Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 276 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |