2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
