2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 612 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |