1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 339 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
