1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (219 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 500 Superfast | XJS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1540 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |