1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 355 Spider | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
