1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 347 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 GTS | Type S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
