1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1997 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
