1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | 240 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |