2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | S-Type | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
