2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 474 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK. 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 456M | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
