1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F40 | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3000 mm |
