1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Testarossa | MK X |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |