1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |
