1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 315 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
