1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
