2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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 F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F430 | MK II |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |