1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
