1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 35 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 191 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
