1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 17 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 540 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, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2003 Ford Freestar 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. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
