1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (380 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Testarossa | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3157 mm |
