1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 570 Nm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |