1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Maranello | XJS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
