1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 GTS | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
