1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 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 200 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | Mondial | 307 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
