1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 230 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
