1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 21 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | Mondial | Thesis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |