1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 656 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Dino | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
