1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1964 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1964 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F512 M | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 246 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 | 1455 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
