1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
