1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2909 mm |
