2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
