1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 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 159 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 90 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | Mondial | 406 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |