1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | Viano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |