1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | XJS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
