1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 406 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 308 | XF |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |