1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 19 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | Mondial | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
