1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F399 | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 69 L |
