1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 537 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 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:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XF |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
