1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 254 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 TR | XJR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
