1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
