2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XK. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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 (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 599 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2752 mm |
