1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Pinin has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Pinin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Pinin | XKR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
