1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 275 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
