1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 22 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 570 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | Viano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
