2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 599 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 599 | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |