1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1952 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 290 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
