1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 106 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 190 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
