1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 40 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 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 | 90 L |
