2009 Ferrari 612 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 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 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 153 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XK. (380 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2752 mm |
