1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 340 mm |
