1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
