2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 521 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 360 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |