1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 131 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 400. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |
