2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 456M and 2002 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 456M | XJR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 85 L |
