2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
