2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 612 | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |