1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 32 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 288 GTO | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
