1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 18 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 207 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | Mondial | Smart |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
