2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1458 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
