1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 586 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Mondial | Milan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
