1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
