1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |
