2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
