1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
