1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar XK weights approximately 59 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 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 | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| 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 | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
