1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 M | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1455 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
