1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Mondial | XK |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |