1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 41 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3032 mm |
