1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Mangusta | XJS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
