1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 470 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK. 2004 Jaguar XK 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. 2004 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
