1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 125 F1 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
