1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 69 L |
