2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XK. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 612. (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2752 mm |
