1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pininfarina |
| Model | XK | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
