2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 360. (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 360 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
