1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Dino | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 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 | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |