2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
