1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 249 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 | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 81 L |
