1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F355 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
