1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondial | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
