1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1952 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 620 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 255 S. 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.
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1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1952 Ferrari 255 S | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 255 S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 159 L |