1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F355 and 1999 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 350 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F355 | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1700 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |