1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 40 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |