1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 348 | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
