1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Mondial | S-Type |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |