1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
