1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 32 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XJR |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 84 L |