1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 26 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 837 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 250 GTO | XJR |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 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 | 915 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 81 L |
