1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 512 TR | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3033 mm |
