1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 301 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Dino | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
