1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 264 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | Mondial | XJS |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |