2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
