1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
