1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 484 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F50 | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
