1957 Allard GT vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
