1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 400 | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 61 L |
