1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
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 XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 GT | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 340 mm |
