1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Sedan | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
