2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (412 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 612 | XK8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 412 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 75 L |