2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S 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 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 282 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
