1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 89 L |
