1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | E Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 81 L |
