1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 686 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Dino | XJS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1044 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |