1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 733 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
