1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
Model | XK | F430 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |