1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 518 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
