1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2752 mm |
