1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Maranello | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 82 L |
