1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XKA |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
