1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 GT | XJS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |