1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK 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 168 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XK |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |