1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 488 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 228 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
