1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 671 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 288 GTO | MK X |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
