Damn talk about choosing a shape 12 years ago that even latest super exotics are still using, and just about every one of them.
Such a rewarding thing to finally have something that never goes out of style.

 

Looks much more like an F-Type than a XK, IMHO.

 

There are a couple of small details that make it look like that, such as the line on the rear quarter glass.
But there is a big thing that differentiates this and all the other designs I was speaking of from Ftype- they are all 2+2. So bigger and more proportionate to the XK.

You can see it in this video a little better

 

From the side view, the rear quarter of the Roma looks a bit scrunched in compared to the sleeker X150. I prefer the proportions of the Jaguar. The Roma reminds me of the Mitsubishi Eclipse.

 

It does look like an Ftype in so many shots.
The size must be closer to XK?
Stuart I think the photographer used a telephoto due to fountain in his way and compressed that shot.

 

Ferrari has a 105" wheelbase, the R 108". This shows an approximate comparison.

 

I'm no expert in photography, but even if a telephoto lens was used wouldn't the proportions remain the same? If so, then that green Roma rear quarter design doesn't make it for me. It's too stubby, just like the F-Type. But it might just be the angle of the shot. Regardless, I give Ferrari a lot of credit for adding a retro classic body style to its current offerings. Who knows? It might turn out to be a big success.

 

Three more inches makes a big difference ...

 

It appears the last R's had a tad less overhang, though it could just be the photo, the overlay illustrates the subtle dimension differences between the Roma and the R.
A bit more overhang in the front, though inches less in the rear. Height and window scale seem fairly close. Door is substantially longer. Hood length minus angled grill,
windscreen angle and size look remarkably similar, as is the rear slope.

 

Exactly. And the longer the telephoto, the less distortion, which would give a truer sense of proportions.

 

It sure seems to. My issue with the F-Type, besides the pedestrian interior, is the backside looks truncated. The Crossfire suffered
from this character failure. The ending lacks a sustain, if I may borrow from music, it just ends like a digital reproduction of live exerience.

 

Meh. Looks like an updated Daytona to me.

 

The XK150 is definitely a classic design. A design which will hold up to the test of time. Like buddhaboy the F-Type just doesn't do it for me which is why I was considering the MB GT-C until I seen the C8. I bought my 2014 XKR to do me until the C8 Z06 comes out, but will most likely keep the XKR for ever. I was very disappointed with the F-Type when it first came out for reasons buddhaboy mentioned and because, IMO, it looks like a car put together from the Jaguar parts bin without any innovation. I like the modern digital instrument cluster display of the Roma. Maybe we'll see Rhys Morgan modify our infotainment system/screen to update our XK150 soon.

 

For me the Ftype was 25% less car, it lacked the luxury component, forget the bmw interior, it did not even have air conditioned seats.
But the main one was it did not have presence. At some point it blends in with the cars.

This Ferrari is like the best of both worlds between a ftype and xk.

sometimes 3 inches less is more

 

In essence, it's just a classic GT shape. Fill in the blank for the marque. I see it looking like the new Vantage with a Daytona and F Type mixed in.

 

Yes, the rear is as 'distinctive' as the new Vantage/DB11, except with even more conflicting lines and ridiculous lower bumper. The front has it's own unique ugliness. From the side, a long sweeping GT nose hides a cute little V8 underneath.
Hold on to your X150 for dear life.

 

Somehow a front engine Ferrari without a V12 will be derided like the California/Portofine even though they're a hoot of a car.

 

I love the Roma and I love my XKR. What impresses me is the timelessness of the Jaguar design. That it is so close to a brand new Ferrari says a huge amount about Ian Callum's original design IMO. Will the F-type look as fresh in 20 years' time as Our XKs do today? I don't think so personally.

I come from a line of Porsche 911s (had five of them over the years) and, again, the timeless quality of the iconic shape shows that if you get the basic design right from the outset, it will stay fresh for ever. Our XKs will always look good - like the timeless designs from the great furniture makers of the 20th century for example.

 

Of these 3 F-type is by far the better looking car, closely followed by XK. Ferrari has a beak/nose that spoils lines and proportions.

 

Yes, it is 25% less of a boat. While both XK and F-type are grand touring cars, XK is closer to old land-yacht side of things and F-type is close to a race car side of things.

Now, if one frequently suffering from hemorrhoids and have bad rheumatic knees in the winter of life and needs trunk space for folding walker, it is clear why would one prefer XK over F-type. For the still-vigorous and vital among us, F-type is the preferred choice.

:P