1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 400 | XJ |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 315 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 84 L |