2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 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. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XK8 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
