2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | Type S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |