1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Maranello | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |
