2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 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 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 612 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |