1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 85 L |
