1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Testarossa | XK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 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 | 1585 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
