1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 398 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
