1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XJR | F430 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 95 L |
