1985 Ferrari Testarossa 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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (380 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 285 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari Testarossa 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Ferrari Jaguar
Model Testarossa XJ
Year Released 1985 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3157 mm


 

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