1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1990 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 165 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 1990 Holden Statesman 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. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
