1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 8 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Mondial | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |