2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F1 2000 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
