1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 902 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 LM | XJR |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 81 L |