1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 342 kg more than 1980 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1626 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
