1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2909 mm |
