1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 208 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
