1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | F-150 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |