1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 420 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XJS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 1350 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |