1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mondial | Toronado |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 91 L |