1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1980 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2003 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
