1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 750 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 Mondial | MK II |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
