1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 412 GT | XF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2909 mm |
