1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
