1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 51 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 115 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
