1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | XJ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 87 L |
