1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
