1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | XJS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
