1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
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 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Testarossa | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |