2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 46 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 415 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 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 | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
