2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |
