1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 208 | Type S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |