1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
