1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven 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 231 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | Mondial | Seven |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |