2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 89 L |
