1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 352 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 BB | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2752 mm |
