2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
