1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XJ6 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
