1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
