1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 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 (363 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1236 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
