1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Mythos | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |
