1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 57 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |
