2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |
