1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 157 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Mangusta | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
