1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3032 mm |
