1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 17 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 539 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F40 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |