1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 GT | XJS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
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 | 280 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |