1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 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 1953 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar XK. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F50 | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3442 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 | 291 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 | 193 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 |