1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S 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 110 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 74 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 (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |