1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |