1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
Model | Mondial | F1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 619 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |