2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 86 L |
