1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 365 GT | XJS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |