1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | E-350 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |