1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | MK V |
Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |