2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 81 L |
