1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 55 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |