1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK

To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.

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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ferrari F50 1952 Jaguar XK
Make Ferrari Jaguar
Model F50 XK
Year Released 1999 1952
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 671 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 10497 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 371 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 63 L


 

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