1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick 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 186 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
