1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 348 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
