1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 280 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
