1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Pinin | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
