1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 342 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
