1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 456M | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
