1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 1 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F40 | XJR |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 91 L |