1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 24 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 225 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | Mondial | GS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |