1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 71 L |
