2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 456M | XK8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |