1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 75 L |
