2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
