1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XJS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
