1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
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 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 456 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 81 L |
