2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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 F430 (466 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
