1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 456M | XJS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 86 L |
