1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 264 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 365 GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
