1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
