1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 84 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondial | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
