2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Enzo | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
