1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 179 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Mondial | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
