1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 67 kg more than 1982 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
