1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 400 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 456M | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |