1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Testarossa | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
