1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 38 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondial | XK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
