1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 F399 (373 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F399 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3060 mm |
