1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Challenger | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
