1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1954 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 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 50 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 356 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250. 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.
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1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1954 Ferrari 250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mondial | 250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 140 L |