1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 182 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondial | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
