1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 189 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
