1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 31 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 374 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XF |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2909 mm |
