1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
