1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 M | XJS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1455 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
