1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
